Chesterfield, Michigan

A Chesterfield Social Security Disability Attorney Can Help You File For Disability Benefits


There are some simple suggestions to follow when you are filing a social security disability claim for disability benefits that may help your claim along. Some of these may seem common sense, but it is easy to lose track of the end goal when so much time is involved and you may be dealing with many other concerns during this stressful time. However, implementing some simple actions could help your disability claim in the long run.
The SSA Offices for Chesterfield, Michigan are located: 

26200 21 Mile Road
Chesterfield, MI 48051-3002
(586) 469-9300

Or call the Social Security Administration’s national toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213.
First, getting regular medical treatment is not only important for your health, but also for your disability claim. Without current medical information, your claim is likely to be denied. Make sure the Social Security Administration receives copies of all your relevant medical records, and follow up with the office that handles your claim to double check receipt, as the Social Security Administration has a reputation of either not receiving the information or “losing” is somewhere along the way.
Deadlines are imperative. If your initial claim is denied or denied at the reconsideration level, file an appeal immediately. Missing a deadline means your claim is dead in the water, and you will have to start from the beginning. Regularly check the status of your claim with either your disability lawyer or by calling the office handling your disability claim at least once every couple of months. No matter how stressed you are, which is understandable under the circumstances, be polite to everyone you speak with. You may need their help at some point, and they will have no motivation to pay particular attention to your claim if you are making their job harder. Remember, both the Disability Examiner and possibly your disability attorney see hundreds of disability claims every day.

Chesterfield Disability Benefits

Financial issues may be a concern to Chesterfield residents who have lost a job due to a disabling condition or illness. Unfortunately, many Chesterfield resident who have lost a job have also lost their medical benefits, and you might not know where to turn for regular medical treatment. Current and ongoing medical treatment is of paramount importance to your disability claim, because without this medical evidence, the Social Security Administration is likely to decline your disability claim without current medical information. They do not care if you cannot afford medical care; to them, it looks like your condition is not severe enough if you are not seeking treatment.
Fortunately, there are facilities in the Chesterfield area that offer medical services at a reduced cost or even free basis. This might not be the optimum situation, but both for your health and your disability claim it is important for you to see a physician on a regular basis.
Free or Reduced Cost Medical Care

The following facilities offer medical care for Chesterfield residents at a low cost or free basis:

New Haven Medical Center
58144 Gratiot Ave
New Haven, MI 48048
586-749-5197

Advantage Family Health Center
4777 E. Outer Drive
Detroit, MI 48234
313-369-1960

Other Chesterfield Services and Disability Benefits

Other aid is available to those living in Chesterfield at the following locations:

Food Pantry St Vincent
50903 Maria St
New Baltimore, MI 48047

Developmental Essential Svc
29352 Apple Garden Blvd
Chesterfield, MI 48047

Lutheran Social Service
 36588 Union Lake Rd
Harrison Twp, MI
(586) 792-4425

Our office represents clients in Chesterfield, New Baltimore, New Haven, Fair Haven, Anchorville, Harrison Township, Macomb, Mount Clemens, Casco, Ray, Algonac, Clinton Township, Harsens Island, Shelby Township, Richmond, Washington, Columbus, Marine City, Fraser, Armada and surrounding areas.

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